RecallDepth

TC pCO2 Electrodes, Model/Part #945-655-E5260, 510(k) #K043003. Product Usage: The device is intended for used with the firm's TCM series monitor. The E260mpCO2 electrode is a non-invasive device, used with the TCM series monitor to measure transcutaneous pCO2 (through the skin).

This recall has been terminated (originally issued December 1, 2011).

Company
Radiometer America Inc
Recall Initiated
September 27, 2011
Posted
December 1, 2011
Terminated
February 19, 2012
Recall Number
Z-0341-2012
Quantity
4 units were distributed.
Firm Location
Westlake, OH
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

Transcutaneous pCO2-electrodes were wrongly coded as: pO2 electrode on the hardware plug for the firm's TCM series monitors. This causes the monitor to interpret the electrode wrongly, causing it to fail all calibrations and never get ready for use.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) in the state of San Diego, CA.

Lot / Code Info

Part Number: 945-655, Lot Code: DP-06

Root Cause

Employee error

Action Taken

Radiometer contacted the affected U.S. customer and informed them of the recall via telephone on September 27, 2011. Radiometer requested the return of the affected product received from the firm. For questions call (440) 871-0463.

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